Decision
Analysis
outcome: Recommendations were approved by the Cabinet.
summary: The decision involves managing social housing compliance responsibilities and improving performance in safety and quality standards.
topline: The Cabinet has decided to manage social housing compliance responsibilities and improve safety and quality standards.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious due to the importance of social housing and the potential impact on residents.
affected_stakeholders: ["Regulator of Social Housing", "Residents in social housing"]
contentiousness_score: 5
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties in the decision.
URL: https://moderngov.harlow.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1056
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Outcome: Recommendations Approved
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose:
Content: RESOLVED that Cabinet: A Noted the progress being made and actions agreed with the Regulator of Social Housing to manage our ongoing social housing compliance responsibilities and the wider elements of the Safety and Quality standard, and to improve our performance in this area. B Kept under review the option of making a voluntary undertaking to the Regulator for Social Housing as work on finalising and implementing the improvement plan continues.
Date of Decision: June 12, 2025